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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Disorders of Ovulation
Ovulation disorders are a major cause of infertility and menstrual problems in women.
research Kisspeptin and LH Pulsatile Temporal Coupling in PCOS Patients
Women with regular menstrual cycles and PCOS have linked kisspeptin and LH hormone patterns, unlike those with irregular cycles.
research Recommendations From The 2023 International Evidence-Based Guideline For The Assessment And Management Of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Insight Into Pathogenesis and a Common Association With Insulin Resistance
Improving insulin sensitivity and weight loss can help manage polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Insight Into Pathogenesis and a Common Association With Insulin Resistance
PCOS is often linked to insulin resistance and obesity, and weight loss can improve symptoms.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What can finasteride do for you if you are destined to go NW6?
Finasteride can effectively slow or halt hair loss, even for those genetically predisposed to significant balding, like Norwood 6 or 7. Many users report long-term maintenance or improvement, often combining it with other treatments like Dutasteride or Minoxidil for better results.
community 23M Couldn’t go bald for fear of my Girlfriend leaving me.
A 23-year-old man uses a topical spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, experiencing improved hair growth but occasional heart palpitations. He worries his girlfriend might leave him if he goes bald, but commenters advise that if she would leave over hair loss, she isn't worth it.
community Gained weight on fin but Estradiol is in normal range?
A user gained 10-12 kg after starting finasteride but found their estrogen levels to be within the normal range. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia but are reassured by their lab results.
community Been on Propecia since 1997, recently switched to Topical Finasteride.. follow for updates, or to ask any questions about 23 years on Propecia.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.